The biggest stage in Jiu-Jitsu is almost here.
From May 29 to June 1, the best grapplers in the world will step into the Long Beach Pyramid to chase gold, legacy, and history. If you’ve got the skills—and 80 IBJJF ranking points—you can still register.
Here’s what’s happening, what’s new, and what you need to know before stepping on those mats.
Where Is It Happening?
📍 Walter Pyramid (CSULB)
1250 N Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90840
Registration Prices
- $148 until April 6
- $180 until April 27
- $198 until May 18
📌 Registration closes May 18 or once spots fill up
Spectator Fees
- Wed–Fri: $23
- Sat–Sun: $28
🎟️ Kids under 12 enter free
Dates That Matter
- Affiliation Deadline: May 8
- Registration Deadline: May 18
- Check Your Info Day: May 23
- Schedule & Brackets Release: May 27
Belt & Age Divisions
For both men and women:
- Juvenile 1 (Born 2009): Blue, Purple
- Juvenile 2 (Born 2008): Blue, Purple
- Adult (2007 and older): Blue, Purple, Brown, Black
⚠️ If you’ve competed in judo, wrestling, or MMA at a serious level, you can’t register as a white belt. That’s just the rules.
Open Class Rules
Got a medal? You can then enter the Open Class.
Juveniles have two options:
- Light (Rooster to Light)
- Heavy (Middle to Ultra-Heavy)
💡 Black Belts: You’re all eligible. But if you don’t show up for Open Class after registering, you will be disqualified from your weight division as well.
Prize Money for Black Belts
- Adult Male & Female (Rooster to Ultra Heavy): Up to $9,000
- Open Class Champion: $18,000
Taxes apply. You’re responsible for reporting your winnings.
Anti-Doping: USADA Is Watching
This year, the IBJJF is fully committed to promoting fair play. The event is partnering with USADA, the official anti-doping agency for Olympic sports in the U.S.
All athletes, coaches, and support staff are subject to testing. Blood, urine, or other samples can be taken to check for any banned substances or methods.
Break the rules? You’ll lose your results and possibly face more penalties. 🔎 Learn more at: usada.org/athletes
Quick Reminders
- Bring government-issued ID or IBJJF card
- Show up one hour before your division
- Weigh-ins happen right before your first match
- There is only one opportunity to weigh in. Miss it = DQ.
- Official weight: pounds (not kilos)
Black Belt Guidelines
- Bring one white and one royal blue gi for semis and finals
- Male Black Belts start Saturday (semis/finals on Sunday)
- Female Black Belts start Saturday (finals on Sunday)
- No prize or rank points for closing out finals
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